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July 2009 Volume 7, Issue 7

Rehabilitation Department Update

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Physiotherapy— Q’s and A’s

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Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network

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Elders Council Meeting - July 15 & 16, 2009

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C&CD Week on June 15—19, 2009

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“The Tree” - A story of Strength & Hope

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Anishinaabemodaa 11 Photo Gallery 13

Question of the month... 10

The Grandfathers at Meno Ya Win

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Inside this issue:

“The moment they hear their own (native)

language in the hospital, their healing begins.”

~ Patricia Ningewance-

Nadeau, 2009

SLMHC embarks on a journey in the

Transformation of Care

- Patient Centered, - Service Oriented - Performance Focused

RRELOCATIONELOCATION OFOF THETHE E EMERGENCYMERGENCY D DEPARTMENTEPARTMENT

T he relocation of the Emergency Department from the 7th Ave-

nue Site to the 5th Avenue Site was completed on Monday, July 20th, 2009 at 0730. The change was made in order to improve and enhance patient care. The change has allowed us to con-solidate acute care services includ-ing the Ultra Sound services to the 5th Avenue Site. Ambulatory Ser-vices are now at the 7th Avenue Site. X-ray exams will continue to be done at both sites. With all our acute services at one site we can provide safe and high quality patient care. The relocation has involved renova-tions to the north wing of the 5th Avenue Site to accommodate the Emergency Department. It has en-tailed moving the kitchen at the 5th

Avenue site from the main floor to the lower level.” With these changes, there will be room at the 7th Ave Site to accom-modate enhanced out-patient ser-vices like the pre-op clinic. With the increases in Day Medicine Program-ming they will have the space they need. The Assault Care & Treatment Program and Traditional Healing Medicine, Foods and Support Pro-gram will also be moving from their Front Street location to the 7th Ave Site later this summer. An announce-ment will be made when the final transfer of these services to the 7th Avenue Site occurs. Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre wants to thank all staff and the public for their support and pa-tience through these times of change.

Submitted by: B Linkewich, VP— Health Services

Helen Cromarty, Special Advisor for First Nations Hea l t h and Isaac Sithole, RN, pose for a photo in the en-trance way to Emergency De-partment at the 5th Avenue Site. This used to be the former en-trance way into the ‘old 5th Ave ki tchen and cafeteria’.

MENO YA WIN NEWS JULY 2009

We have had a busy last few months within the department. Q.E.D.H.S. student Patience Sithole completed her co-op program here from January – June. We would like to thank everyone for wel-coming her and broadening her knowledge of health care. Many clients benefited from her gentle care and humor. Best wishes are extended as she pursues her education as a Paramedic. Kara Lat-ter, Physical Therapy student from Queens Univer-sity recently joined our team for 6 weeks. During her stay she experienced a diverse educational opportunity and enjoyed the many unique cultural and social events of the Sioux Lookout area. We will miss her bubbly personality and wish her well with her future endeavors.

We are very sad to say good bye to our REHAB ASSISTANT EXTRAORDINAIRE Adrienne Crosby. After 4 years in Sioux Lookout, Adrienne, Nathan and Teyah (family pet) are re-locating to SHANIA VILLE (Timmins). During her time here at SLMHC, Adrienne was very involved with many committees and groups including Chronic Disease Self Management, Environmental Services, Work-place Health and Wellness and Back Care Educa-tion. Adrienne was very dedicated to her work and especially with her clients, always providing a high standard of efficient, flexible, & conscientious care. Her daily trips to 7th Ave. Site were anticipated by many and her patience, smile and humor were welcomed by the clients as she helped motivate and work with them during their stay. She could always coax some laughter from her shy pediatric clients and they progressed well with her gentle approach and effective guidance. Gichi Miigwech Adrienne for all your enthusiasm, organization and support of the Rehabilitation Dept. over the past 4 years. We will all miss you and wish you all the best on your next adventure! Submitted by: Rachel Carter-Wilson, Physical Therapist

Rehabilitation Department Updates

L—r: Kara Latter, Queens University Student; Andrew Bilz, Physical Therapist; Rachel Carter-Wilson, Physi-cal Therapist; Patience Sithole, QEDHS student; and Angie McCleary, Administrative Support

Adrienne Crosby

Tips on how to stay healthy & prevent diabetes

To stay healthy, follow a healthy meal plan and exercise at least ½ hour daily. A healthy diet and keeping fit will go a long way towards minimizing your risk of developing diabetes.


1. What general types of preventive physiotherapy services could be offered to children, who are in good health, with no physical disabilities? Stay active! Maintain good posture (no slouching!) Play and wear good supportive footwear.

2. Which shoe company is best to buy good shoes? There are many good shoe companies. More important is the vendor. You want someone who knows how to assess your foot and recommend appropriate footwear for your foot type. Fresh Air experience in Thunder Bay is a good example.

3. How to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome when typing at a computer all day? Keep wrists in a re-laxed neutral position (not flexed or extended) and take frequent breaks to roll your wrists around to keep the blood flowing.

4. Can muscles be strengthened back into place after years of poor posture? Certainly! In most cases you can achieve this by correcting your posture and exaggerating the correct position several times a day. Spot training exercises are also beneficial.

5. What can I do to prevent an injury from recurring once I have reached a good level of functioning and manageable pain level? Strengthen muscles around the injured area. You could see a physio-therapist for an updated assessment & further ad-

vice i.e. neuromuscular retraining, balance training etc.

6. Will yoga help my overall well being? It definitely can. Make sure you are participating in a level of yoga appropriate to your ability.

7. Does this pain ever go away? Hopefully. There is always potential. Keep working on new strategies until you find something that works.

8. Is it harmful for someone to crack their back all the time? This is usually done to relieve pain. Once in a while is alright. Not recommended more than once a week. In addition core muscle strength-ening for the abdominal & spinal muscles could as-sist in supporting the spine better and reducing pain.

9. What is considered normal joint pain/muscle aches for a person reaching the wonderful age of 50? Depends on the person. If you are more ac-tive, your muscles and joints will be healthier. Al-though you may still experience aches, use them as a guide to balance the intensity of your activity. A sauna or a hot bath and stretching after activity can be very relieving.

10. What is the best exercise to build up muscle af-ter knee surgery? See a Physical Therapist and it depends on the surgery.

Thank you for all of your questions!

What is a question you may have for a physiotherapist?

The Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre Foundation is dedicated to raising funds for the new hospital, general equipment needs, and the W.A. George Extended Care, in order to en-hance health care in our community. The following is a list of funds that YOU can donate to:

To make a donation, call Amy Houtz, Development Officer, SLMHC Foundation at 807-737-7997 —— cell 807-737-0566 or view our website at www.slmhc.on.ca and please visit our office at 69 Front Street. Thank you!

• CT Scanner • New Hospital

• General • WA George Extended Care

• Mammorgraphy • Hospital Equipment

~Sioux Lookout Material Girls Quilt Guild~

RAFFLE QUILT WON BY— Kathleen Beardy. Thank you to everyone for their support of the Mammography Unit and the Canadian Cancer Society.


The Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Net-work at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre has embarked on an innovative, needs-driven research project to enable equitable access to rehabilitation consultations for persons with stroke living in rural and remote areas, particularly First Nation communities, who do not have access to rehabilitation professionals in their home com-munity. Through partnerships and leading edge technol-ogy, telemedicine visits with relevant rehabilitation professionals from St. Joseph’s Care Group (Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech Language Pathologists, and/or Social Workers) are currently being offered to persons living with stroke in rural and remote communities in Northwestern Ontario (NWO) as part of a pilot project supported by the Ontario Stroke System. The visits can take place at the community tele-medicine studio (usually at the Nursing Station) or in some cases, in the client’s home using a special portable camera. At the telemedicine visits, the therapist(s) will ask the client how they are manag-ing at home and offer suggestions to help improve their transition back into the community. The therapists will also follow up on any concerns that may have been identified by the health care team while the client was in hospital. for example the Occupational Therapist may follow-up with bathing or dressing, Physio may assess balance, Social Work may assess coping and Speech may assess safety with swallowing or communication. The vis-its will occur at six weeks and three months after hospital discharge as recommended by the report of the Consensus Panel on the Stroke Rehabilita-tion System. Extensive partnerships have been forged to de-velop and implement the project and will be vital to

facilitate ongoing success and sustainability. The following organizations have committed significant time, resources, and expertise toward the project: Keewaytinook Okimakinak (KO) Home and Com-munity Care (Marney Vermette, Balmertown), KO Telemedicine (Heather Coulson, Sioux Lookout), LibreStream Technologies, Ontario Stroke Sys-tem, Ontario Telemedicine Network, and St. Jo-seph’s Care Group. This research is congruent with the strategic direc-tions and priorities of the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care: “Health care will be delivered fairly across all communities and focused on meet-ing the needs of all Ontarians”. The project is also in alignment with the following priorities identified by the North West Local Health Integration Net-work: “Access to Care”, “Engagement with Abo-riginal People”, and “Integration of Services Along the Continuum of Care”. The innovative use of telemedicine technology will build capacity in, and improve access to, stroke rehabilitation services across Northwestern On-tario. Telemedicine can extend the reach of lim-ited rehabilitation professionals into rural and re-mote communities, breaking down geographical, economic, and health human resource barriers to implementing best-practices in stroke care. Clients with stroke seen at Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre may be eligible for inclusion in this project. Tele-Rehab project brochures, available from the Stroke Program and the Day Medicine waiting room at the 7th Avenue site, can be given to the client. If cli-ents are interested in participating in the pro-ject they should be directed to call a member of the research team.

Tele-Rehab: Improving Access to Quality Stroke Rehabilitation in Rural and Remote Communities in Northwestern Ontario

Esmé French, Tele-Rehab Research Team phone: (807) 684-6498 e-mail: [email protected]

Kirsti Reinikka, Tele-Rehab Research Team phone: (807) 766-7456 e-mail: [email protected]

Submitted by Barb Linkewich, VP Health Services


On July 15th, 2009, during the Elders Council meeting,

the SLMHC Executive and the Traditional Healing, Medicine, Foods and Support

Program staff celebrated the third anniversary of the Wiichi’iwewin Program.

The Wiichi’iwewin Program is comprised of eleven interpreters. They provide interpretive services in

Cree, Oji-Cree and Ojibway. The hours of service are 0700— 2400 seven days a week at the 5th Ave Site, Emergency Department, 7th Ave Site, Chronic Care

Unit and the Extended Care facility.

The Wiichi’iwewin Program is a dream come true for all of our First Nation communities.

“If you talk to a man in a language he understands,

that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language that goes to his heart” ~ Nelson Mandela

Submitted by: Joan Cachagee, BA/Bed. IND., NLIP

Manager, THMFS Program

Gichi Miigwech! The THMFS Program wants to ac-knowledge EllisDon Construction and Lac Seul Drum Group for making the Feast & Giveaway Ceremony a great success! We also thank the SLMHC Board, Executive, Managers and Staff for all their assistance during this spe-cial event. A special thank you to the Hostel con-struction crew for their consideration in ceasing all activity during the time of the ceremony.

Gichi Miigwech! Submitted by: Joan Cachagee, BA., Bed., IND., NLIP, Manager, THMFS Program

T he Traditional Healing, Medicine, Foods and Sup-port Program held a two day Elders Council

meeting at the Forest Inn on July 15 & 16, 2009.

The Elders attended the Indian Residential School “Honoring the Children” event at Pelican Falls Centre on June 16th. They enjoyed meeting and greeting people from other communities even though it was a time of hearing stories of experiences in residential school. There were happy moments as they listened to the triumphs of those on their healing journeys. On July 17th, a Spring/Summer Feast and Giveaway Ceremony was held near the Grandfather Rocks at the new hospital site. This was attended by the Elders, THMFS program staff, SLMHC Executive and staff. This marked the second ceremony held at the site. The first Sunrise Ceremony and Blessing of the Site was held a year ago prior to the commencement of con-struction.

This Ceremony was to recognize and give thanks to Creator for good health, improved quality of health care, good will, work safety, and for all the many things we have accomplished within the past year.

All native cultures on Turtle Island have similar tradi-tions, customs and values. As Anishnaabeg, it is the tradition, custom and value to give respect and honor to the Power Source. Individual First Nation communi-ties hold annual celebrations in the same fashion or slightly modified to suit their needs. This is a way of thanking Mother Earth for all the abundance of nature and prosperous gifts she grants us daily. This is the reason we hold these types of ceremonies and it also represents doing these on behalf of all cultures that will one day walk by the Grandfathers each day in the future once the new health centre is occupied. The members role on the Elders Council is to repre-sent their respective communities and act as a liaison and advocate on health services and programs. They are advisors to the THMFS Program and development of other programs at SLMHC. The elders support the hospital and its mission, vision, and values. Submitted by: Joan Cachagee, BA/Bed. IND., NLIP Manager, THMFS Program

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Elders Amelia Sturgeon & Esther Beardy take time to visit beside the Grandfather Rocks.


CROSS CULTURAL CARE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY

All Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre Staff are required to participate in Day I of the Cross Cultural Care Training Project. During Day I, you will learn and share about your own culture, how your culture impacts service provision and about lots of other cultures!

◊ The training will contribute to your Passport to Learning. ◊ 15 seats are available for each session. ◊ Lunch and snacks will be provided. ◊ All training will be held at Windigo in the board room from 9 am to 4 pm. ◊ The training dates are August 14, August 26, and September 25 To register, please email [email protected] and be sure to include the date you would like to attend.

My Culture

Other Cul-

Chinese British

Italian

Polish

Greek

French

Ukranian

First Nations

Philippine

We thank all staff who were able to join us in cele-brating C & CD week with cake, tea/coffee at the 5th & 7th Avenue Sites, CCAS and Extended Care on June16th. It was a blast! Congratulations to all the winners of the draws held at each site:

Tammy Pelky, Lab Dept - 7th Ave site Sharon Yule, Special Projects - 5th Ave site Gaetano Cospito, Counsellor - CCAS Estrelita Clarke, HCA - Extended Care

Congratulations to all the winners of the contest held on Wednesday, June 17, 2009:

Angie McCleary, Rehab Dept Mary Spray, CCAS Erin Belmore, Health Records Lorraine Miles, CCAS Eva Kakepetum, CCAS Gaetano Cospito, CCAS Elaine Pace, CCAS

~ Renee & Delilah, C & CD ~

CCOMMUNICATIONSOMMUNICATIONS & C & COMMUNITYOMMUNITY D DEVELOPMENTEVELOPMENT W WEEKEEK June 15—19, 2009

Renee & Delilah pose with the cake at the 5th Ave Site

Delilah serves cake to CCAS staff: Rose Ellison, Mary Spray, Eva Kakepetum and Gaetano Cospito


Heather Mesich has been a dedicated on-call nurse for the Assault Care Treatment Program for the past eight years. In March 2008 Heather was invited to present on sexual assault/abuse at the Pikangikum First Na-tions Youth Conference. Heather used the meta-phor of a small tree surviving cold winters (abuse, violence, bullying), exciting springs, sunny sum-mers, and sad falls (death, loneliness, suicide). She explained how the tree has roots to help it survive and grow into a strong tree. The children colored their own tree pictures and wrote down the ‘roots’ meaningful to them. As a result of this presentation Heather created a tool to assist with counseling children who live with violence in their lives. Over many hours and ideas the “simple col-

oring book” evolved into a wonderful story. Aileen Urquart worked with Heather to illustrate “The Tree” and enhanced the book with areas for jour-naling, reflecting and coloring. With the generosity of a grant from the Ministry of Northern Develop-ment and Mines and the assistance of SLMHC and the expertise of Darlene Bolton from Alex Wil-son Coldstream the final version of “The Tree” went to print . The ACT Program would like to ac-knowledge and thank Heather for all the great work she has done for her patients and for the ACT Program. If you are interested in getting a copy of the “The Tree”, please call 737-0015 or email us at [email protected] Submitted by: Carol Maxwell, Coordinator, ACT Program

“The Tree” – A Story of Strength and Hope

Please note the following changes which will take place in the Ambulatory Care department: The Day Medicine unit will be located in the previous emergency unit area at the 7th Avenue site effective this afternoon August 5, 2009.

The Telemedicine office and clinical area equipment will be moved to Room 9 and 10 of this area effective tomorrow August 6, 2009.

Chemotherapy will be moved to Room 4 of this area on Friday August 7, 2009.

The Stroke Program office will be moved to Room 12 of this area on Friday August 7, 2009.

All phone and fax numbers will remain the same. Thank you very much.

Norah Laverty, RN

AMBULATORY CARE DEPARTMENT MOVE

Heather Mesich and Aileen Urquart at town Library, August 13, 2009


The Grandfathers on the Meno Ya Win property As powerful as can be Have been calling Nations together Throughout history It may seem as if men decided where the magnificent stones would go Yet the mighty spirit that lives in all Guided the flow. The energies are pulling together East West North and South The drum beat continues The people are called home. Spirit is awakening awareness in each one As we walk the earth together, under a powerful Sun Tuning into our greatness, our love and healing Light, Step by step, stone by stone, we move beyond our for‐mer plight. The nations pull together Each other’s strengths to see The healing energies amassing To allow for Liberty. Truth results in oneness Which we experience once again Soothing hearts with a sense of belonging Comfort is what we intend. The Grandfathers are there to remind us Of the gifts the four directions bring

When we turn and face them equally Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring. Our path takes us around the Medicine Wheel As we hear the beat of the drum Mother Earth’s constant heartbeat To soothe everyone. For times are changing considerably now Times of greater awareness prevail As we recognize the truth of each person Their gifts and strengths we hail!

A true symbol of this is Meno Ya Win The energies there powerful at best Many forces collaborate together Spirit does the rest! This new healing centre is far more than buildings Going beyond the services contained within For the healing energies of Mother Earth and the First Nations HAVE ALL BEEN CALLED IN! Summoned by the many elders, counselors and spirit within us Ready to experience glories, previously untold. So much healing will occur there As we are taught once again To listen to Mother Earth and one another To allow in many blessings, renewal, and each new Friend! We will experience much more sharing Of traditions and medicines of old The Elders as our teachers With the Vision they behold! For we will gradually begin to realize We are “First” nations in our own way Living out the Creator’s glories As on Mother Earth we remain!

Elaine Miriam Pace July 2009

The Grandfathers at Meno Ya Win (SLMHC)

Community Counselling &

Addiction Services

Share for Hope ProgramShare for Hope Program

Looking for Speakers

New Program The “Share for Hope” program is a newly developed program designed to provide inspiration and hope to in-dividuals residing at the Out of the Cold Shelter. Novem-ber 17th, 2008 marked the commencement of the Share for Hope program, which was well received by Out of the Cold Shelter residents.

Community Member Sharing Community members who have overcome their own life struggles similar to many of the issues the Out of the Cold residents are facing; e.g. homelessness, mental health and addiction issues, chaotic upbringings, isola-tion and abuse, are invited into the shelter Monday morn-ings to share their stories of hope, inspiration and recovery.

Inspirational Message Invited speakers discuss what their life was like when they experienced little or no hope, their turning point, and their life now. Speakers are also encouraged to share the steps they took that led to changing their life, the types of supports they used and found helpful, and the lessons they learned. As part of the speaker’s inspira-tional message of hope, Out of the Cold Shelter residents are also encouraged to access the help they need.

The Goal The goal of the Share for Hope program is to provide inspiration and hope to the Out of the Cold residents by hearing from individuals who have also experienced tough and difficult times in their life, but who have also managed to recover and regain their health, sense of self-worth and happiness.

Speakers Needed If you are a community member who has an inspirational story to share about your own life, and would like to vol-unteer to speak to the residents at the Out of the Cold Shelter, please contact Trish Hancharuk at 737-7207.

Trish Hancharuk, Counsellor, CCAS Working in partnership with Out of the Cold Shelter

A Strong Visual Identity is Pivotal

“A strong visual identity is pivotal to communicating the mission and vision of an organization and demonstrates professionalism and reliability. The mission of Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre is clear from our name, which in the Oji-Cree language

means “health, wellness, well-being.” It refers to holis-tic healing and wellness, and the “whole self being in a state of complete wellness.” The visual identity of Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre inspires trust in our services and spreads awareness of our high standard of patient care and innovative approach to healing. It is important to maintain the integrity of the Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre logo by consistently reproducing it on all printed materials, signage, and other media applications. This creates an identity that is easily recognizable to the general public and other health care providers. The Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre logo will play an integral part in promoting our commitment to holistic medicine and excellent quality of care”.

Quote from: Visual Identity Guide for SLMHC, page 6.

Staff are reminded to check out the Intranet site for forms located under Resources, then click on Templates. Please make time to read the VIG, it is for use organization wide.

Thank you for your cooperation!.

~ Communications & Community Development

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DID YOU KNOW?

Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win has launched a corporate clothing line with Signatures Signs and Stitchery which includes a selection of clothing options for all staff with our Hospital logo. This is a great chance to place your or-ders for spring and summer. For a complete look at clothing options and for additional infor-mation to order see the intranet site under Re-sources → Useful Information or contact Sher-ree at Signatures directly phone # 807-737-2444 to place your order. A portion of all em-ployee purchases will be graciously donated to the Hospital Foundation by Signatures.

Submitted by Michelle Beaulne, Manager, Materials Management

PAGE 9 MENO YA WIN NEWS JULY 2009

The Medical Lexicon Project will be in full swing in September 2009. Pat Ningewance-Nadeau will lead a team to work on developing a lexicon of medical terminology in the three dialects spoken in the SLMHC service area: Oji-Cree, Ojibwe and Cree. The purpose of the lexicon aims to improve patient safety and patient empowerment, ultimately, improving the quality of health care services. A project funded by the Aboriginal Health Transi-tion Fund (AHTF) - Ontario Adaptation Plan.

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From the Sioux Lookout Four Party Services Agreement, signed April 11, 1997

Principles

The following principles of service will be used in the new hospital:

∗ high quality service which means that people will be: ⇒ seen promptly or as soon as possible; ⇒ told in a way that is understandable, what is the

matter and what steps will be taken; ⇒ well looked after;

⇒ listened to; and ⇒ treated with respect, dignity

and compassion. ∗ fairness and respect for all

patients, residents and staff, with a commitment to move towards employment equity.

∗ respect for the individual’s right to confidentiality with care taken to balance this with the collective needs of families and communities.

∗ full and equal access to all insured hospital and related services for all people of the Sioux Look-out District.


Rose Ellison, Counselor “I think it is great, it is closer

to my house now.”

Judie Hindy, RPN “An emergency is an emer-

gency! It’s the service we re-ceive that counts, not the

building!”

Aileen Turallo, HCA “More confusing to those

people who used to come to the 7th Avenue site.”

Anishinaabemodaa

Lesson: There are 2 kinds of vowels in the Ojibway language: long and short vowels. It’s important to recognize the difference between these 2 sets of vowel sounds so that you can follow the set grammar rules.

Short vowels: i as in pit (abin—sit) o as in book (ozaam—too much) a as in cup (animoosh—dog) Long vowels: e as in bed (miigwech—thank you) ii as in peek (niin—me) oo as in between soup and soap (boozhoo) aa as in doctor’s “say ah” (omaa—here)

Reference: Talking Gookom’s Language, by Patricia M. Ningewance

Building the future of Health Care in Sioux Lookout, one toonie at a time…

Funds raised to date: $1,306.20

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Giishpin wiigagwe bakadeyan, ji’onji mino’ayaayan– if you want to try to be thinner to be healthier Gagwe’jim maashkikiiw’winini jibwaa maajitaayan, giishpin meno’ayaawanen jigii niisidibaabiishkozoyan—see your doctor before you start, (to check) if you are well enough to begin losing weight. Gagwe gigendan aniin minik bimide, siinzibaakwaad edagoonigaadeg miichiming gaawiimiichiyan —educate yourself on how much oil, sugar content is added to the food you are going to eat. Gego yaapaaji miijiken gaazaazaabikideg miichim, gaye gaazhiiwaang—limit eating foods cooked in oil & foods that are sweet (sweetened with sugar). Gego yaapaaji zaazaabikizekweken.—limit frying your foods (in oil). Biindaabika’an, gaashkizaan, ozaan gi-wiiyaasim, gi-waawanooman, gaye gigii’goi’yim.—bake, broil or boil your meat, your eggs, and your fish. (boiled steak anyone?) Bizaan wiin amo bishiiminag, ozaawjiiminag, okaadaakoog, gaye miichin aniibiishan gaagitigaadegin– go ahead and eat apples, oranges, carrots, and eat leafy (foods) grown in the garden. Daso giizhig gagwejiin, anokiin, bimoosen, wegoonen bigo doodan jiwawaakawiiyan—every day, do physical exercise, do physical work, walk, do whatever it takes to move your body!


Slogan: Working Hand in Hand with our communities to build a healthier future.

Mission:

We are more than a hospital! We provide culturally-responsive acute, long term and ambulatory care, mental health and addiction services, and community-based and traditional healing services to the Sioux Lookout area and to the northern First Na-tions. We are Meno Ya Win: We stand for: Health Wellness Well-being Wholeness Vision: We will be a Center of Excellence for health through Enhanced Services Partnerships and Care that is

Patient centered Service oriented Performance focused

Values:

We value compassion, fairness, integrity and teamwork. We celebrate diversity. We recognize different pathways to health. . . . We do care!

Meno Ya Win News is prepared by: Communications & Community Development dept

All departments are invited to send updates to:

[email protected]

SLMHC Laboratory Hours of Operation

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Laboratory On Call Listings are posted at all Nursing Areas.

This fundraising initiative is generously sponsored by:

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Pizza Fridays


Who makes Meno Ya Win News? All staff at SLMHC voluntarily contribute stories and updates to make Meno Ya Win News an interesting monthly newsletter. MYW News—a team effort!

Meno Ya Win News—bringing you news and updates that matter to you!


Lac Seul Drum and Singers & Joan Cachagee, July 17. ‘Old 5th Avenue Site cafeteria and kitchen’—early June 2009.

New Emergency waiting area at 5th Avenue Site—July 29, 2009.

New Emergency Room at 5th Avenue Site—July 29, 2009.

Vicki in the new 5th Avenue kitchen, lower level of 5th Avenue Site, July 29, 2009.

Duct work being done at new hospital construction site, July 31, 2009.

Rachel Carter-Wilson, Physical Thera-pist, jumps for joy as she finds out where her new work area will be!

Canoe in the entrance way of new health centre, July 31, 2009.

Mrs. Edith Sancartier & Margie Kimball at Farmer’s Market, July 31, 2009.

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